Building permits · Jul 2026
Delaware Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Delaware from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 607 units authorized in Jul 2026, 6,375 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 508 | 83.7% |
| 2-unit structures | 0 | 0.0% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 99 | 16.3% |
| All units | 607 | 100% |
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Delaware building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Delaware?+
607 new residential housing units were authorized in Delaware in Jul 2026, and 6,375 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Delaware?+
In Jul 2026, Delaware permitted units were up 1% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 6,375 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
16.3% of Delaware's Jul 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 83.7% were single-family.